Kincaid markers started in an iris garden. Gary Kincaid grew over 1,500 named iris varieties, and he needed labels that wouldn’t bend, rust or lose their names. That’s still what we make.
Our engraved acrylic labels are UV stable and typically last 8-10 years outdoors. We email a proof of every label before we engrave it.
How to write iris names
Most iris growers list the cultivar, hybridizer and year, and many add the class. Send your list in any format and we’ll engrave it the way you write it.
| Format | Line 1 | Line 2 | Line 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | IMMORTALITY | Zurbrigg 1982 | TB · Rebloomer |
| Two lines | BEVERLY SILLS | Hager 1979 · TB | |
| Species / botanical | Iris cristata | Crested Iris | |
| Historic garden | [Cultivar] | [Hybridizer] [Year] | HIPS · Bed 3 |
Common class codes: TB (tall bearded), BB, IB, SDB, MDB, SIB (Siberian), LA (Louisiana), JI (Japanese), SPU. Check names against the American Iris Society Iris Encyclopedia before sending.
Suggested markers and labels
- Tall bearded beds: 1-3/4″ x 3-1/2″ adhesive label on 15″ or 20″ A-Style or L-Style Markers (Bundle of 25, $29.15 / $31.35).
- Dwarf and median iris: 10″ or 12″ A-Style or L-Style Markers (Bundle of 25, $26.95 / $28.05) with a 1-1/8″ x 3-3/4″ label.
- Heavy clay or rocky beds: Signature Series P-Style or M-Style with thicker #10 gauge posts (Bundle of 25, from $34.13).
- Display gardens: 2-hole label on DL angled posts (Bundle of 10, from $12.00).
The whole marker, about $4.02 each
Order the marker and the engraved name together:
- 25 15″ A-Style or L-Style Markers (1 Bundle of 25, $29.15) + 25 engraved labels ($2.85 each) = $100.40, about $4.02 per finished marker.
- 50 of the same (2 Bundles, $58.30) + 50 labels ($2.50 each) = $183.30, about $3.67 each.
Stainless steel markers, made in the USA. They last indefinitely under normal conditions. Prices before shipping.
Prices
$2.85 each (1–25), $2.50 (26–75), $2.15 (76–150), $1.95 (151+) for the two small sizes. Up to 3 lines included. Extra line +$0.25. See all sizes and colors.
How to order
- Pick size, color and mounting in our store.
- Email your list (Excel) to su*****@ki************.com .
- Approve your proofs. Most orders ship within 2 business days after you approve your proof.
In a garden club or plant society? Save $1 on every Bundle of plant markers with Grow Your Rewards, our garden club discount.
Free sample label, shipping on us. Email us or call 816-324-4931 and we’ll engrave one label with your plant name so you can see it first.
Questions? Call 816-324-4931. You’ll talk with Gary or Jeff.
